International Student Orientation
Welcome!
International Student Orientation is required for new F-1 and J-1 international students in the U.S. and is designed to make your transition to campus as smooth and successful as possible.
International Orientation RequirementsAll new international students who will be in the U.S. with F-1 or J-1 immigration statuses are required to complete International Student Orientation requirements. This includes:
Students are required to attend one virtual orientation session. Attending a session is required to complete the mandatory immigration check-in. Sessions will be offered multiple times to accommodate students' schedules. Dates for the required virtual sessions will be available in July. International Student Orientation is one part of your larger orientation program. Undergraduate international students, including exchange students, are also required to join the New Student Orientation. Graduate students also have orientations with their programs. |
Fall 2024 International Student Orientation ActivitiesOur program includes:
Stay tuned for more information about our Fall 2024 International Student Orientation schedule! |
Pre-Arrival ResourcesBrowse ISSP’s International Student Handbook for an overview of resources to support your transition to life in the U.S. and at William & Mary. You can also visit ISSP’s New International Students website for additional information about:
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Immigration Check-in
After you arrive in the US, you must complete your immigration check-in. Please complete it within 1 week of your arrival. If you are not yet in the U.S., wait to complete it when you arrive. If you have difficulty, contact ISSP for help.
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We welcome all students! Students who are not in F-1 or J-1 immigration status (e.g., U.S. citizens who lived abroad, dual citizens, students studying in a different immigration status, etc.) but are interested in attending International Student Orientation can contact [[ywong, Eva Wong]] for more information |